AvalonBay director swaps 7.6K shares in EQR merger
AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES INC director Christopher B. Howard reported a disposition to the issuer of 7,596.0349 shares of AVB common stock, including deferred stock units, on August 17, 2026.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES INC director Christopher B. Howard reported a disposition to the issuer of 7,596.0349 shares of AVB common stock, including deferred stock units, on August 17, 2026. This occurred at the effective time of AVB’s merger of equals with Equity Residential, after which his directly held AVB common shares were reduced to 0.
Each deferred stock unit at the effective time was automatically converted into the right to receive 2.793 EQR common shares, in connection with the combination where AVB merged into a subsidiary of Equity Residential, which subsequently changed its name to Vivmark Residential.
Insider Trade Summary
Disposition: 7,596.0349 shares
Disposition
1 txn
Insider
Howard Christopher B.
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disposition | Common Stock, par value $.01 per share F1, F2, F3 | 7,596.0349 | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock, par value $.01 per share — 0 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (3)
- F1. Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 20, 2026 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among AvalonBay Communities, Inc., a Maryland corporation ("AVB"), Equity Residential, a Maryland real estate investment trust ("EQR"), ERP Operating Limited Partnership, an Illinois limited partnership, and Canopy Merger Sub LLC, a Maryland limited liability company ("Merger Sub"), AVB and EQR combined in a merger of equals on August 17, 2026, with AVB merging with and into Merger Sub, with Merger Sub surviving as a wholly owned subsidiary of EQR (the "Merger"). In connection with the Merger, EQR changed its name to Vivmark Residential.
- F2. At the effective time of the Merger (the "Effective Time"), each issued and outstanding deferred stock unit held by the Reporting Person was automatically converted into the right to receive 2.793 (the "Exchange Ratio") common shares of beneficial interest, $0.01 par value per share ("EQR Common Shares"), of EQR. On August 14, 2026, the closing price of AVB Common Stock was $184.06 per share and the closing price of EQR Common Shares was $65.97 per share.
- F3. This total includes deferred stock units.
Key Figures
Shares Disposed: 7,596.0349 shares
Shares Following Transaction: 0
Exchange Ratio: 2.793
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Shares Disposed
7,596.0349 shares
AVB common stock, including deferred stock units, disposed to issuer on August 17, 2026
Shares Following Transaction
0
Directly held AVB common shares after disposition
Exchange Ratio
2.793
EQR common shares received per AVB deferred stock unit at the merger effective time
AVB Closing Price
$184.06 per share
Closing price of AVB common stock on August 14, 2026
EQR Closing Price
$65.97 per share
Closing price of EQR common shares on August 14, 2026
Key Terms
Agreement and Plan of Merger, merger of equals, deferred stock unit, Exchange Ratio, +1 more
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Agreement and Plan of Merger regulatory
"Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 20, 2026"
An Agreement and Plan of Merger is a formal document where two companies agree to combine into one, outlining how the process will happen. It’s like a step-by-step plan for merging, and it matters because it shows both sides have agreed on the details before the official transition takes place.
merger of equals financial
"AVB and EQR combined in a merger of equals on August 17, 2026"
A merger of equals is when two companies of similar size and value combine into a single business with shared ownership and leadership, rather than one company buying the other. Investors care because it reshuffles who owns and controls the combined company, aims to cut duplicate costs and strengthen market position, but also brings integration risks that can affect future profits and each company’s stock value.
deferred stock unit financial
"each issued and outstanding deferred stock unit held by the Reporting Person"
A deferred stock unit (DSU) is a promise from a company to give an employee or director the value of a share at a future date, paid in actual shares or cash when certain conditions are met (such as retirement or a set date). Think of it like a gift card that converts to company stock later; it aligns pay with long‑term performance and can affect future share count, compensation expense and potential cash needs, so investors watch DSUs for their impact on dilution and company finances.
Exchange Ratio financial
"was automatically converted into the right to receive 2.793 (the "Exchange Ratio")"
The exchange ratio is the number used to decide how many shares of one company you get for each share you own in another company during a merger or acquisition. It’s like a recipe that tells you how to swap shares fairly, ensuring both companies’ values are balanced. This ratio matters because it determines how ownership divides between the companies' shareholders.
FAQ
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What transaction did Christopher B. Howard report on Form 4 for AVB?
Christopher B. Howard reported a disposition to the issuer of 7,596.0349 AVB common shares, including deferred stock units, on August 17, 2026, in connection with the merger of AvalonBay Communities, Inc. with a subsidiary of Equity Residential.
How were Christopher B. Howard’s deferred stock units in AVB treated in the merger with Equity Residential (EQR)?
At the merger’s effective time, each deferred stock unit held by Christopher B. Howard was converted into the right to receive 2.793 EQR common shares. This automatic conversion occurred as part of the merger of equals between AvalonBay Communities, Inc. and Equity Residential.
What exchange ratio applied to AVB deferred stock units in the AVB–EQR merger?
The merger used an exchange ratio of 2.793, meaning each AVB deferred stock unit converted into the right to receive 2.793 common shares of beneficial interest of Equity Residential. This ratio governed the equity consideration for the reporting person’s deferred stock units.
What were the reference market prices for AVB and EQR around the time of the merger?
On August 14, 2026, AVB common stock had a closing price of $184.06 per share, and EQR common shares closed at $65.97 per share. These prices are cited in connection with the merger and the 2.793 exchange ratio for deferred stock units.
Did the Form 4 for AVB indicate trades under a Rule 10b5-1 plan?
The filing’s Rule 10b5-1 checkbox is not marked as affirming plan usage, and there is no footnote stating the disposition occurred under a trading plan. The transaction instead arises directly from the merger mechanics.
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